Colorado’s New 40-Hour Assisted Living Administrator Course

Meet the 40-hour training requirement to become an assisted living residence administrator as set forth in the revised Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s (CDPHE) licensing regulations governing assisted living residences, which became effective in mid-2018. This course is also recommended for owners, administrator designees, CEO’s, COO’s, resident services directors, nurses, social workers, and marketing/admissions staff.

Minimum Qualifications to Become an Administrator:

It is important to note that the revised regulations establish minimum qualifications to become an assisted living administrator in Colorado. In addition to successful completion of this course, effective July 1, 2019, any newly hired administrator must be at least 21 years of age, possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have at least one year of experience supervising the delivery of personal care services that include activities of daily living.

Course Content:

This comprehensive 40-hour training program focuses on applicable laws and state regulations governing assisted living residences in Colorado and also provides an overview of topics in the areas of business operations, daily business management, physical plant, resident care and resident psycho-social needs.

To receive written proof of successful completion of this course you will need to take a final exam, in person, held at various locations throughout the state. Once you complete the required 40-hour online course, you will need to contact Sarah McVeigh with LeadingAge Colorado at 303-837-8834 to schedule your final exam.